True Murder by Yaba Badoe was reviewed by Fleur Fisher reads, who says “Yaba Badoe is a wonderful storyteller: she writes wonderful rich and evocative prose, weaves her different themes and plot strands together perfectly and slowly but surely builds tension as the story advances.” You can also watch an interview with the author at theinterviewonline.co.uk.

Hi, I've been getting so many excellent ideas from your blog lately. I added Precious and True Murder onto my wishlist. I already happened to have The Little Strager on the list. Gosh, my list is getting soooo long - how will I ever be able to read all these books..

Great group of finds! I read Encyclopedia of an Ordinary Life a few years ago. I remember liking it, but not many details. I have Precious on my list of books to read, too. Frida's Bed looks good, too. I loved the movie of Frida and I identify with some parts of her life. Thanks for the finds!

Rebecca, good to know that you enjoyed Encyclopedia of an Ordinary Life, even if you can't remember it very well. (That happens to me a lot!) I loved the Frida movie too (and love her art, which I've been lucky enough to see in several exhibits).